"The first is (be) innovative, just like the concept of a stage that faces directly with the community. A stage like this is full of innovation with the concept of 360 degrees Indonesia, wherever we look, Indonesian people are with us, that is the first criterion if we want to be successful: (be) innovative," he said in a statement issued in Gresik on Monday.
The second criterion is to take risks and never stay in the comfort zone because life is full of challenges, he added.
"You live only once, so take risks; never be afraid to fail because there will be no success without failure," he said.
Then, he continued, establish relationships through friendships because that will help bring a lot of fortune and longevity.
"Friendship can make us live long and help us to make a fortune, that's the formula; if you want to be successful, you have to stay in touch frequently," he said.
And the last is to continue to improve and hone the soft skills one already has, the United Development Party (PPP) politician said.
"Gresik district head Gus Yani said we need mentors in every activity; if I propose I carry out the work of the four, that is hard work, smart work, thorough work, and sincere work," said the minister.
He recalled that before he managed to build a national business and create jobs for 30 thousand people across Indonesia, he faced many ups and downs.
"I started a business with only three employees after being laid off; when I found it difficult to get an income, didn't have a monthly salary, I finally started a business, just like you do by opening MSMEs (micro, small, and medium enterprises)," he said.
He further said he believes that everyone can rise and move forward if they have the right knowledge and mentor.
"What I want to leave is that 2024 is the moment for continuing economic development faster. I see a bright future for Indonesia. I see Indonesia as spectacular because every leadership step we will take in the future must be centered on people's welfare, on more prosperous society's economy, good for 2045 Golden Indonesia," he said.
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